WFSC Board of Directors
A team of volunteers governs the Whitby Figure Skating Club (WFSC). The Board of Directors is elected yearly at the Annual General Meeting. Directors are responsible for various portfolios including Bingo, Fundraising, Publicity, Special Events, Ice Coordinator, Hospitality, Synchronized Skating, and Test chair. The Board meets monthly to attend to club business.
2023-2024 Members of the Board of Directors
Roles and Responsibilities of the Board
- Provide overall leadership and ensure the effective management of the Club
- Act in accordance with the Ontario Business Corporations Act and applicable legislation
- Ensure the Club operates in a professional, ethical and businesslike manner
- Negotiate and secure ice requirements
- Review and approve schedules in collaboration with the Board
- Establish fees for skating schools and related programs
- Communicate and collaborate with Directors and Committee Chairs
- Prepare and review contracts, as required
- Review, implement and recommend updates to policies and procedures
- Enforce Club rules, regulations and standards
- Address and resolve outstanding or delinquent accounts
- Prepare and present recommendations for Board consideration
- Actively serve on and contribute to committees, as assigned
- Oversee the acquisition and maintenance of Club equipment
- Provide guidance and support to the Treasurer
- Lead the development and control of the annual budget
- Present monthly financial reports to the Board of Directors
- Co-sign cheques with another member of the Executive Committee
- Ensure all financial records are prepared for the annual audit
- Meet with auditors to review reports, findings and recommendations
- Recommend the selection of an auditor for Board approval each year
